Kafirkala, Archaeological site in Vakhsh Valley, Tajikistan
The Kafirkala archaeological complex spans a square area of 360 meters on each side, containing a citadel that rises 12 meters above the surrounding plain.
The settlement served as the capital of the early medieval Vakhsh princedom between the 3rd and 6th centuries CE, until its destruction during Arab invasions.
The excavated Buddhist monastery within the citadel features a central cella and four-columned corridors, decorated with polychrome wall paintings depicting Buddhist themes.
Located on the western outskirts of Kolkhozabad, the site includes four distinct areas: a citadel, city center, suburb section, and cemetery grounds.
The fortification system incorporates two layers of protective walls with towers and a large surrounding ditch, demonstrating advanced defensive engineering methods.
GPS coordinates: 37.58886,68.64644
Latest update: June 6, 2025 06:03
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